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The Rose Bowl Southampton Pitch Report for ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026

The Rose Bowl, also called The Ageas Bowl in Southampton, England, is known for offering a fair balance between batters and bowlers. This medium-scoring ground typically sees competitive totals around 150 to 170 runs in T20 matches. Both pace and spin bowlers find assistance here, which can lead to unpredictable and engaging contests.

Pitch Conditions

  • Pitch Type: Balanced surface, medium-scoring
  • Early Overs: Pacers get swing and seam movement, especially in cloudy weather
  • Middle Overs: Spinners gain effectiveness as the pitch slows down
  • Average Scores: ODI - 240, T20I - 170
  • Batting or Bowling: Slight edge to teams chasing, due to dew and evening conditions
  • Pace or Spin Friendly: Both, pacers early and spinners later
  • Best Suited For: Teams with strong bowling units

Ground Details

  • Location: Southampton, England
  • Established: 2001
  • Seating Capacity: 6,500 (expandable to 20,000 with temporary seats)
  • Boundary Size: Medium
  • Ends: Pavilion End, Northern End
  • Weather Impact: Cloudy and windy days favor swing; dew under lights helps batting in the evening

Pitch Behaviour Insights

Fast bowlers generally enjoy early movement off the pitch, challenging openers, particularly when skies are overcast. After the initial phase, the surface tends to slow, aiding spinners who tighten control and make stroke play more difficult. Batters who can adapt to these shifts tend to thrive. Teams batting second often have a small advantage thanks to the easier conditions that develop later, aided by dew.

Record and Score Trends at The Rose Bowl

This venue has seen a mix of high totals and collapses. In T20 internationals, scores between 160 and 170 are usually competitive, while ODIs often see par scores around 240. Chasing is possible, but defending totals between 220 and 250 remains a viable strategy.

  • Highest Total Recorded: 373/3 by England vs Pakistan (ODI)
  • Lowest Total Recorded: 65 all out by USA vs Australia (ODI)
  • Highest Successful Chase: 329/3 by Ireland vs England (ODI)
  • Lowest Total Defended: 224/8 by India vs Afghanistan (ODI)

Average Scores

  • ODI First Innings Average: 240
  • T20I First Innings Average: 170
  • ODI Second Innings Average: 210
  • T20I Second Innings Average: 140
  • Chasing Win Percentage: 49% in ODIs, 28% in T20Is

Recent T20I Match Trends

Looking at the last five T20 internationals at The Rose Bowl, England won two and lost three. All five matches were won by the team batting first, indicating that setting a target has been more effective than chasing recently. Average first innings totals ranged from 180 to 195, while second innings scores hovered around 140 to 150.

  • Average First Innings: 180–195
  • Average Second Innings: 140–150
  • Highest Successful Chase: None recorded; all wins from batting first
  • Chasing Win Percentage: 0%

Weather Forecast for Today's Match

  • Temperature: 18°C
  • Humidity: 85%
  • Rain Probability: 0%
  • Wind Speed: 2 km/h

Clear skies with mild temperatures and very light winds will make conditions stable throughout the game. High humidity and dew developing later could assist teams batting second, but rain interruptions are not expected.

ODI and T20I Stats at The Rose Bowl

  • Total ODI Matches: 37
  • Total T20I Matches: 18
  • Matches Won Batting First (ODI): 17
  • Matches Won Bowling First (ODI): 18
  • Matches Won Batting First (T20I): 13
  • Matches Won Bowling First (T20I): 5
  • Highest ODI Total: 373/3 (ENG vs PAK)
  • Highest T20I Total: 248/3 (ENG vs WI)
  • Lowest ODI Total: 65 all out (USA vs AUS)
  • Lowest T20I Total: 79 all out (AUS vs ENG)
  • Highest Successful ODI Chase: 329/3 (IRE vs ENG)
  • Highest Successful T20I Chase: 158/4 (ENG vs AUS)
  • Lowest Total Defended in ODI: 224/8 (IND vs AFG)
  • Lowest Total Defended in T20I: 132/9 (ENGW vs AUSW)

Test Match Records

The Rose Bowl has hosted seven Test matches. Early batting tends to be productive, with bowlers gaining an edge as the match progresses. Scores typically decrease with each innings, showing the pitch wears down over time.

  • Total Test Matches: 7
  • Matches Won Batting First: 2
  • Matches Won Bowling First: 2
  • Average 1st Innings Score: 319
  • Average 2nd Innings Score: 275
  • Average 3rd Innings Score: 246
  • Average 4th Innings Score: 175
  • Highest Total: 583/8 by England vs Pakistan
  • Lowest Total: 170 all out by India vs New Zealand
  • Highest Score Chased: 200/6 by West Indies vs England
  • Lowest Total Defended: 184 all out by India vs England

Common Questions

  • Boundary Size: Medium, with square boundaries at 76 meters and straight boundaries at 82 meters
  • Seating Capacity: Around 6,500, expandable to roughly 20,000 for major events
  • History: Established in 2001, it is a prominent cricket venue in England featuring ODIs, T20Is, and Tests with modern facilities
  • Location: Southampton, England

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